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Don moved to Spokane at age 15 and graduated from Shadle Park High School in 1960. Immediately after, he enlisted in the Army National Guard U.S. Infantry. After his service, he began college at EWU followed by WSU where he met and married Elaine, his wife of 55 years.
After graduating with a degree in Electrical Engineering, he and Elaine moved back to Spokane in 1968. In 1975, he and two partners bought Rod's Electric, focusing on commercial construction. Through the years, they purchased several other electrical companies.
Don served as President of the Inland Empire Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association for 2 years and was their governor for 3 years. He was on the NECA Board of Directors and trained young electrical apprentices with the Spokane Area JATC for 12 years. He also donated his time for Habitat for Humanity home construction.
He is survived by his wife Elaine; daughters Sherrie Hunter and Suzanne Pierce (Brad); and granddaughters Samantha and Tabitha Pierce.
A memorial service will be held at First Presbyterian Church on Saturday, November 13, at 2:00 pm.
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Bernadine Schaff Blacketer.
January 31, 2023
Elaine, I am Don's cousin on the Daum side of the family. I just found this obit and am truly sorry for your loss. I saw you one time at the doctor's office at Sacred heart Hospital. My son was there having his heart checked by Dr. Lang I think. Did Don get any family ancestory done?
Dwight Severn
October 26, 2022
A fellow Cross Country and Track runner at Shadle Park, We both ran the 800 our senior year, Hunted together for deer with Ron Tyven in Hunters Wa. Was a good friend , who served his country well.
Dwight Severn
November 21, 2021
CC and Track, will always remember the great times we had together in High School.
Linda Hyatt Shinn
November 19, 2021
Enjoyed Don's friendship since High school in the 50's. Graduate class of Shadle Park class of 1960.
Rest in peace Don.
Cheryl
November 7, 2021
Elaine and girls, so sorry for your loss. We have been friends for a long long time. Don was a loving husband and wonderful father to
his sweet wife and beautiful daughters. A very talented man with
a great smile and honorable life. Miss you
Jim and Patsy
November 4, 2021
In loving memory of a good friend We will love you and miss you always..
Wallie & Patti Libby
November 2, 2021
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Hugs Patti & Wallie
Washington State
October 30, 2021
Thank you for your service to our country. Rest In Peace.
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